ITs gonna compete with the Acura RDX and whats due to be the small Cadilac SUV based on equinox

IcedG35

05-01-2005, 04:15 PM

The FX is small enough and in my opinion a good crossover, although i can see how its more towards SUV.... I wish they would come out with a Infiniti version of the pathfinder instead

FaLeX

05-01-2005, 04:58 PM

the pic is from the June 2005 Motortrend issue...<p><TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"><br>Infinity will join the BMW X3-fighter fray for the 2008 model year with a smaller V6 and four-cylinder counterpart to it's FX35/45 crossover. Named CX25, for the 2.5-liter four-cylinder version that'll be the volume seller in Europe, and CX35, for the hotter 3.5 liter V6 version expected to take most sales in the US. The CX will share many of the FX's bold styling cues. It'll be built on a shortened next-generation FM front mid-engined platform. The versatile FM underpins FX35/45, M35/45, G35, Nissan 350z, and the next Skyline GT-R.<br></TD></TR></TABLE>

Uberwagon

05-02-2005, 10:53 AM

Yes, this is the counterstriket to the emerging X3/RDX "small premium" SUV segment. Acura's is 90% of what's been seen at the recent show and is based on the next gen CRV. This will probably share the RWD-bias of the current FM platform and will be tailored toward sporty/performance road use like the FX.

nismo

05-02-2005, 02:42 PM

I like it. It is a very good mix of new Infiniti styling cues. I've read it was going to be based on a FWD platform though. Thats why when Nissan debuted the Actic concept they said Infiniti would get its own version and the Actic concept is supposedly a preview of the next Xtrail which will be available for all of the NA market this time around.<p>This market is going grow rapidly with the introduction of Acura's RDX, Volvo's XC50, the New LR Freelander, and the rumoured Saab mini-ute to based on the Theta platform.

Vector

05-02-2005, 04:00 PM

Nismo, you may very well be right about the FWD bias. I think it's too early to speculate, although the mention of the FM platform may mean RWD. Don't know. Any Nissan/Infiniti insiders on the board?

IcedG35

05-02-2005, 06:35 PM

If it's FM platform then it must be RWD or AWD (but with a RWD configuration). There is supposed to be an upgraded FM platform to underpin the upcoming Skyline GTR (or whatever it will be called) so i'm guessing it will be built off of that platform.<p>Isn't the FX small enough??

Andre

05-02-2005, 09:54 PM

*groans*<p>I'd rant but I don't have the energy, maybe later you'll here what I know about this. A lot of what has been said is true, albeit very loose, it leaves alot of room for rumour to grow. Infiniti will not make the mistake of making a mini-FX, so ignore that drawing.

bucket

05-03-2005, 07:53 AM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>Andre</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">*groans*<p>I'd rant but I don't have the energy, maybe later you'll here what I know about this. A lot of what has been said is true, albeit very loose, it leaves alot of room for rumour to grow. Infiniti will not make the mistake of making a mini-FX, so ignore that drawing. </TD></TR></TABLE><p>i agree. infiniti will hopefully take what they learned from the FX and build on it. look for this vehicle to have a lot more cargo space than the FX (relative to size).

Uberwagon

05-03-2005, 02:48 PM

Andre, you holding out on us? You've got curious minds to feed: Take an aspirin and start typing! <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/1orglaugh.gif" BORDER="0">

knicks125

07-21-2005, 05:57 PM

I know this doesn't actually fit the bill of this thread, but I really didn't want to start a new thread as I just had a simple question to ask about Infiniti.<p>Does anyone know if Nissan/Infiniti has any plans for a convertible in the near future? It hit me today as somehow I remembered the early 90s' convertible Infiniti had.

carmaniac

07-22-2005, 07:36 AM

there were rumrors of a G35 Convertible after the surprise sales success in the USA. I think it's been delayed until after the redesign though. I'll have to ask my buddy who works at Nissan NA.

knicks125

07-23-2005, 06:13 AM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>carmaniac</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">there were rumrors of a G35 Convertible after the surprise sales success in the USA. I think it's been delayed until after the redesign though. I'll have to ask my buddy who works at Nissan NA.</TD></TR></TABLE><p>Thanks carmaniac. Please keep me updated if receive any new information. If other people have new updates as well, let me know also. Thanks all in advance.

Inscene

12-26-2006, 04:43 AM

....finally some news:<p><A HREF="http://www.nissansportmag.com/home.html" TARGET="_blank">http://www.nissansportmag.com/home.html</A><p>Nissan Sport will get the first official look at the all new 2008 Infiniti G35 Coupe on January 7. But Nissan won't let us breathe a word of what our eyes take in until the car is officially unveiled this April at the New York Auto Show. Don't worry, we'll have every detail in our Spring 2007 issue, releasing the same day the car is unveiled. <p>We'll also get a look at an all-new Infiniti crossover that is slated to be a step down in both price and size from the popular Infiniti FX. It too will make its debut in New York. <br>

knihc2008

12-26-2006, 06:20 PM

Damn, I would hate to have to keep my lips sealed for that long.

Inscene

01-20-2007, 01:21 AM

... seems to become a fascinating CUV...<p><A HREF="http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/01/11/nissan-previews-infiniti-crossover-coupe-concept" TARGET="_blank">http://www.leftlanenews.com/20...ncept</A>/

Cozz

01-20-2007, 05:19 AM

Over 15 months and it's still in this stage? Very odd.

the1

01-21-2007, 03:37 PM

Interesting... is that a 2door SUV?

Ascariss

01-21-2007, 05:19 PM

If it is coming at the end of 07, then it looks like a LA debut. it will prob be a 2 door concept, but should debut in 4 doors.

against the wall

01-21-2007, 06:06 PM

like the triant i guess...

nismo

01-22-2007, 01:06 AM

I don't know if they will be showing a concept or the real thing but they will preview/debut it in New York along with the new G35 coupe.

Inscene

01-22-2007, 04:34 AM

The production version will definitely be a 4-door as it will compete with the X3, GLK, RDX, etc... ;-)

Inscene

02-11-2007, 06:33 AM

when can we expect some pics of it ???<p>or does anyone have some spy pics ?

against the wall

02-11-2007, 08:51 AM

we NEVER see most of nissan/infiniti future products being tested (sentra/gtr/suvs are exception). i dont recall seeing any g35 or altima spyshots...just renderings. so expect to see some official shots late march early april (of the concept).

Inscene

03-13-2007, 02:51 PM

Finally we get the "name" of it. It will be called EX.<p><A HREF="http://www.thecarconnection.com/Car_Shows_and_Concept_Cars/New_York_Auto_Show/Infiniti_Bringing_Pair_to_NY_Show.S293.A12058.html" TARGET="_blank">http://www.thecarconnection.co....html</A>

against the wall

03-13-2007, 04:48 PM

whos got jx?

StevenZoz

03-13-2007, 05:00 PM

thats stupid. i know they cant use CX because of certain other cars but EX reminds me too much of the lexus ES or even EX trim levels for honda, making me think its a sedan. the only letters available are:<p>AX<br>BX<br>DX<br>(EX)<br>HX<br>IX<br>KX<br>NX<br>OX<br>PX<br>SX<br>TX<br>UX<br>WX<br>YX<br>ZX<p>out of all of those, i like BX or ZX the best. but if u look at them like this:<p>EX 25<br>EX 35<p>BX 25<br>BX 35<p>ZX 25<br>ZX 35<p>the ZX looks the most like an infiniti, but BX follows the naming system better because it comes before FX or QX

StevenZoz

03-13-2007, 06:09 PM

lexus registered that 1... they were supposed to use it for the new LX... im pretty sure.

against the wall

03-13-2007, 06:39 PM

well they just confirmed today that the <b>L</b>X570 will be debuting at NY. I dont like JX that much anyway. doesnt flow well.

FRDesign

03-13-2007, 06:56 PM

I really do not like these names.<p>What ever happened to full names. Soon someone is going to name their Kid WX45...

nismo

03-13-2007, 07:39 PM

I wanted them to call it BX so bad..

Tidal

03-13-2007, 09:12 PM

AX, BX, CX and ZX are all old Citroen trademarks, and this is probably one of the most important cars for Infiniti when they come to Europe. They had to adopt a name they could use worldwide.<p>But yeah, EX is lame.

VexedandGlorious

03-14-2007, 10:32 AM

YX would have a cool name for a car aimed towards men, if you get my drift.. <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/cool.gif" BORDER="0"> <br>ex does make sense since its smaller than the fx.

boston

03-14-2007, 04:10 PM

EXL is a long wheel base infiniti or a Honda with leather. <p>I never drove a Citroen BX, but did drive the GSX2...

Inscene

03-19-2007, 02:01 AM

I think that EX stands for Entry Crossover. <br>So, I this "name" makes at least some sense...*lol

mononeo

03-19-2007, 01:16 PM

Lexus' new smaller SUV will be the CX, and there is already the CX-7 and CX-9, they aren't going to call it DX, BX, or AX, and it must be under FX, so it is EX...oye

JB

03-19-2007, 01:32 PM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>mononeo</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Lexus' new smaller SUV will be the CX, and there is already the CX-7 and CX-9, they aren't going to call it DX, BX, or AX, and it must be under FX, so it is EX...oye</TD></TR></TABLE><p>Actually, I would seriously doubt if Mazda would allow Lexus to use the CX moniker.

Roadster44

03-19-2007, 02:39 PM

Problem is all of them are going for X to emphasize 4 wheel drive maybe? Marketing people are funny...

Inscene

03-19-2007, 03:01 PM

Official pics will be released on March 28, 2007 ! ! ! <p><A HREF="http://infiniticxforum.com" TARGET="_blank">http://infiniticxforum.com</A>/

the1

03-19-2007, 05:41 PM

OK... I'm too lazy to read the entire topic. Is this EX a concept or a production car?

CosworthKid

03-19-2007, 05:53 PM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>the1</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">OK... I'm too lazy to read the entire topic. Is this EX a concept or a production car?</TD></TR></TABLE><p>Hhaha, same here <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/drink.gif" BORDER="0">

Inscene

03-20-2007, 02:23 AM

The version that is going to debut in NY will officially be a concept version. However at the end of 2007 the same car with minor changes will enter the market in the U.S. Compare that with the introduction of the FX in 2003. <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/beigesmilewinkgrin.gif" BORDER="0"> <br>Europe will get the new EX in 2008. <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.forumsforjustice.org/forums/images/smilies/sponge.gif" BORDER="0">

Inscene

03-27-2007, 06:10 AM

Does anyone finally have some pics of the concept ???

nismo

03-27-2007, 02:52 PM

Pics are going to be released tomorrow if I'm not mistaken..

fubar

03-27-2007, 03:13 PM

Yeah, I doubt Nissan will allow the Automotive Pubs to let the cat out of the bag early like what happened to the Coupe. Just be patient.

jhaber

03-27-2007, 03:59 PM

If they style the "E" right, from the rearview mirror it would read "X3".

Inscene

03-27-2007, 11:01 PM

One large pic.... <p><A HREF="http://www.leftlanenews.com/infiniti-ex-concept.html" TARGET="_blank">http://www.leftlanenews.com/in....html</A>

Not usually a fan of wavey waistline creases, but I think it doesn't look half bad here. Generally, I think this looks great along with the G37 Coupe, which is alot more than I can say about some recent Nissan efforts.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>MBsam</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Yeah and just imagine this without all the fancy lighting. Dull.</TD></TR></TABLE><p>Actually it looks quite nice in person.

Inscene

03-29-2007, 06:34 AM

Take a look at this.... <p><A HREF="http://www.worldcarfans.com/videos.cfm/country/jcf/videoID/4070328.001/infiniti/video-infiniti-around-view-monitor" TARGET="_blank">http://www.worldcarfans.com/vi...nitor</A>

Inscene

03-30-2007, 01:45 AM

New pics....interior, side profile....<p><A HREF="http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3151433" TARGET="_blank">http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3151433</A>

knicks125

03-30-2007, 05:42 AM

Again, there is a concept thread. No need to post in both places.<p><A HREF="http://www.carspyshots.net/zerothread?id=22751" TARGET="_blank">http://www.carspyshots.net/zerothread?id=22751</A>

fubar

07-10-2007, 10:32 AM

Spotted by exbikerider over at freshalloy. he shot this over the 4th of july holiday in Santa Maria, CA.<p><A HREF="http://members.cox.net/philspics2/InfinitiEXInSantaMariaCa.JPG" TARGET="_blank">http://members.cox.net/philspi...a.JPG</A>

the1

07-10-2007, 10:54 AM

Ugly wheels... otherwise seems close to the concept. Which is a good thing, of course.

ocn75

07-15-2007, 10:18 PM

The link isn't working for me.

Inscene

07-15-2007, 11:15 PM

Use this link:<p><A HREF="http://www.leftlanenews.com/future-infiniti-ex.html" TARGET="_blank">http://www.leftlanenews.com/fu....html</A><br>

ocn75

07-15-2007, 11:44 PM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>the1</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Ugly wheels... otherwise seems close to the concept. Which is a good thing, of course.</TD></TR></TABLE><p>The wheels should look better with the centre cap, but there hardly an inspiring design I have to say. And indeed looks close to the concept which will be great.<p>And thanks to Inscene for the link.

thedesigner

07-16-2007, 12:38 PM

Honestly, it looks like the G35 wagon has arrived. BMW has offered the 3-wagon and the X3, Audi offers the Avant, even Bimmer has been pretty good about entry-level luxury with the C-Class wagon.... but Infiniti has one-upped them all as far as I'm concerned. It's the perfect amalgamation of luxury sedan and suv design. It's soft, and sporty and un-challenging... it's a total bore-fest... yawn. Welcome to the age of formulaic crossovers. <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/sleep.gif" BORDER="0">

mzoltarp

07-16-2007, 01:51 PM

I'd have to agree. It's a bit of the one sausage cut to different lengths look. Infiniti's face is a nice one, but I would hope that it would continually push the envelope as opposed to replicating itself across the line before a step forward can be made. It's nice looking, but doesn't really push the envelope.

So is this based off the 2003 Nissan Murano and will it have a near enough 30k price tag?

ndjan

07-20-2007, 12:13 PM

It seems tiny

Inscene

07-20-2007, 12:16 PM

Well....just as you say. It SEEMS tiny....but it is not....it is the size of an Acura RDX or an X3...a typical CUV.... <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/2cool.gif" BORDER="0">

the1

07-20-2007, 12:46 PM

I think this might end up looking very well after all.

nismo

07-20-2007, 01:25 PM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>Mr. Fusion</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">So is this based off the 2003 Nissan Murano and will it have a near enough 30k price tag? </TD></TR></TABLE><p>This has nothing in common with the Murano. This is based on the G35/Skyline's RWD platfrom.

Mr. Fusion

07-21-2007, 02:27 AM

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD><i>Quote, originally posted by <b>nismo</b> &raquo;</i></TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"><p>This has nothing in common with the Murano. This is based on the G35/Skyline's RWD platfrom.</TD></TR></TABLE><p>Right, thanks for explaining. BMW X3, Mercedes GLK, Land Rover Freelander/LR2 rival? The Murano based one is the FX right?

Inscene

07-21-2007, 05:27 AM

NO, the FX is based on the same platform as the EX. They have NOTHING in common with the Murano.<p>Murano = FWD<p>EX + FX + G = RWD<p>TWO DIFFERENT PLATFORMS ! ! ! ! ! <IMG NAME="icon" SRC="http://www.germancarfans.com/images/forums/beerchug.gif" BORDER="0">

bakerlaw67

08-15-2007, 08:42 PM

This "car" is running around Phoenix with a LOT less camo. I saw a black one with Michigan mfr plates on I-10 today during rush hour. It just had tape over the emblems and lights, with a bit of padding over the hatch and nose. The seats look really luxurious, but I couldn't see much else. To me, it almost looks too small for an Infiniti. My first impressions (from the rear) strongly leaned toward "big Versa" - probably not what they were shooting for. It definitely has a family nose. <br>